Leaking Taps New Farm

TRG Plumbing’s licensed and insured plumbers fix leaking taps throughout New Farm, the riverside suburb just 2 km from the Brisbane CBD. The suburb’s heritage Queenslanders and art deco apartments often still have brass jumper-valve taps with worn seats and stiff spindles, while the architect-designed homes, townhouses and luxury riverfront residences are fitted with ceramic-cartridge mixers and designer shower sets that need the right cartridge rather than a generic part. New Farm’s high water pressure and ageing infrastructure wear washers and cartridges faster than usual, and a shower tap dripping behind a tiled wall can damage a period bathroom before it is noticed. We carry the common washers, cartridges and spindles on the van and reseat worn tap bodies on site, so most New Farm taps are fixed in one visit.

Our New Farm Leaking Taps Services Include:

Dripping kitchen and bathroom taps:
Replacing washers, O-rings and jumper valves and reseating worn brass bodies in New Farm’s Queenslanders and art deco flats.
Leaking mixer taps:
Fitting new ceramic cartridges to kitchen, basin and shower mixers in the suburb’s modern homes and riverfront apartments.
Leaking shower taps and bath spouts:
Re-washering shower breeches and repairing leaks behind tiled walls before they damage period bathrooms or the unit below.
Leaks at the spindle or base of the tap:
Renewing spindle O-rings, body washers and seals on taps worn by New Farm’s high water pressure.
Leaking outdoor and garden taps:
Repairing or replacing hose taps and vacuum breakers in leafy New Farm gardens, courtyards and apartment common areas.
Tap replacement and upgrades:
Supplying and installing WELS-rated tapware matched to a heritage bathroom or a contemporary architect-designed fit-out.

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   Damien J 
 1 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. TRG were very prompt in replying to my request.  This is the 2nd time I have used their services and once again very pleased. Tyron was the person onsite and he was very professional and polite:
  
 
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   Fleur Flannigan 
 3 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Raven did a great job unblocking our downpipe, checking everything with a camera and tidied up after the works were completed. Raven ensured he explained the process and the work being done. Would recommend TRG and Raven.
  
 
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   Steve Webster 
 4 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tom and the team have carried out plumbing works on multiple renovation projects for me including bathrooms, kitchens, laundries and stormwater.  The team are reliable, punctual and have a great work ethic, making my job easier. My clients have all been very happy with the plumbing work provided by TRG. Thanks Tom, Tyrone, Josh and Anthony. Keep up the good work.
  
 
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   Marie 
 6 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent plumbing and guttering services! Very professional, reliable and efficient. All work was completed to a high standard, with great attention to detail. Friendly, punctual and easy to deal with. Very happy with the quality of workmanship and would highly recommend their services!
  
 
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   Anthony Rohan 
 10 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A big thanks to Tom’s TRG Plumbing team of Tyrone, Josh and Locakni. Prompt, professional and polite. Would highly recommend them for your next plumbing job. Cheers lads.
  
 
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   marie Waschka 
 12 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Josh was fantastic -  so helpful during the quote process talking us through options and what was needed. We really appreciated his friendly and professional manner. The standard of work and clean up etc was fantastic and we really appreciated Josh taking the time to talk through the job afterwards. Altogether an entirely positive experience and we would definitely recommend!
  
 
     Posted on Google  
   
   Jacinta Kilpatrick 
 13 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tyrone completed our job efficiently and professionally. He communicated what the issue was and how he fixed it simply and clearly for us. Would use again.
  
 
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   Hamish Williams 
 14 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I highly recommend TRG Plumbing! Lokani, Tyrone, and Josh did an outstanding job upgrading the stormwater pit and pipe system at our apartment complex. They were professional, hardworking, and efficient from start to finish.
  
 
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   Paul Crawford 
 19 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really happy with everything from TRG.
Great communication from start to finish!
Josh and Tyrone arrived on time and presented very professionally. Workmanship and attitudes are faultless! They are an absolute credit to the company.
Thanks again for the great work.
Cheers
  
 
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   Linda Suter 
 20 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. +0
We contacted TRG the night prior and received immediate contact. Their team was on-site within 36 hours and completed a very tricky job of installing a new Water heater in a tight loft space to replace one that was leaking and causing damage. They perform their duties with great professionalism and quality work, on time and to the exact quote they stated. I would use them again and encourage anyone else to use them also. Ian

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Dripping tap in your New Farm Queenslander, or a designer mixer weeping at the base in your riverfront apartment?

Jumper-Valve Taps in New Farm’s Queenslanders and Art Deco Flats

The heritage Queenslanders and art deco apartment blocks along New Farm’s leafy streets mostly keep their original brass taps. A new washer stops the drip briefly, but if the seat beneath it is pitted the drip returns within weeks. We re-machine the seat on site, fit a quality washer and O-ring and free seized spindles so the tap shuts off cleanly.

Designer Mixers in New Farm’s Modern and Riverfront Homes

The architect-designed residences and luxury riverfront apartments across New Farm are fitted with premium mixers and shower sets. When one drips or weeps at the base, the ceramic cartridge has worn or been scored by grit. We carry cartridges for the major brands and source the correct part for designer tapware, so the repair keeps the existing finish and look.

Water Pressure and Tap Wear in New Farm

High mains pressure is common across New Farm and it shortens the life of washers, cartridges and flexible hoses alike. If taps throughout the home wear out quickly or hammer when shut, pressure is the likely cause rather than poor tapware. We test it at the tap and, where it is above the recommended limit, fit a pressure-limiting valve.

Leaking Taps New Farm FAQ

We repair and replace leaking taps throughout New Farm, from original brass taps in heritage Queenslanders and art deco flats to designer mixers in riverfront apartments and architect-designed homes. Our plumbers carry the common parts on board and quote upfront.

How much water does a dripping tap waste in a New Farm home?

A tap dripping once a second wastes more than ten thousand litres a year, and with the higher pressure common in New Farm a steady drip can turn into a trickle. The repair is usually a washer or cartridge and pays for itself on the next water bill.

Can I fix a leaking tap myself, or do I need a licensed plumber?

Changing a washer is within reach of a confident DIYer, but pitted seats, seized spindles and mixer cartridges are easy to get wrong, and most tap work in Queensland is licensed plumbing. In a New Farm apartment a botched repair can also affect the unit below, so it is worth having it done properly.

Do you repair mixer taps in New Farm?

Yes. We replace ceramic cartridges in kitchen, basin and shower mixers from all the major brands, and we source the correct cartridges for the designer tapware found in many of New Farm’s architect-designed homes and riverfront apartments rather than fitting a generic substitute.

Why does my shower still drip after a new washer?

Usually because the brass seat behind the washer is pitted, so the new washer cannot seal against it. This is common with the original tapware in New Farm’s Queenslanders and art deco flats. We reseat the tap body with a seating tool and replace the O-rings, which is what actually stops the drip.

Can a leaking tap damage my New Farm home?

It can. A leak at a shower breech behind the tiles can rot the timber framing of a Queenslander or stain the ceiling of the art deco flat below, and a weeping mixer base can lift a stone benchtop. Damp tiles, mould or a musty smell in the bathroom are signs to have it checked promptly.

Should I repair or replace my tapware?

If the tap body is sound, a repair is the economical option. If the brass is badly worn, the finish is corroded or parts are no longer available, new WELS-rated tapware is the better investment. We can match new taps to a period bathroom or a contemporary fit-out and advise on the spot.

      
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   Based on 170 reviews 
    
 
 
 
   
 
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Damien J 
 1 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. TRG were very prompt in replying to my request.  This is the 2nd time I have used their services and once again very pleased. Tyron was the person onsite and he was very professional and polite:
  
 
     Posted on Google  
   
   Fleur Flannigan 
 3 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Raven did a great job unblocking our downpipe, checking everything with a camera and tidied up after the works were completed. Raven ensured he explained the process and the work being done. Would recommend TRG and Raven.
  
 
     Posted on Google  
   
   Steve Webster 
 4 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tom and the team have carried out plumbing works on multiple renovation projects for me including bathrooms, kitchens, laundries and stormwater.  The team are reliable, punctual and have a great work ethic, making my job easier. My clients have all been very happy with the plumbing work provided by TRG. Thanks Tom, Tyrone, Josh and Anthony. Keep up the good work.
  
 
     Posted on Google  
   
   Marie 
 6 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent plumbing and guttering services! Very professional, reliable and efficient. All work was completed to a high standard, with great attention to detail. Friendly, punctual and easy to deal with. Very happy with the quality of workmanship and would highly recommend their services!
  
 
     Posted on Google  
   
   Anthony Rohan 
 10 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A big thanks to Tom’s TRG Plumbing team of Tyrone, Josh and Locakni. Prompt, professional and polite. Would highly recommend them for your next plumbing job. Cheers lads.
  
 
     Posted on Google  
   
   marie Waschka 
 12 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Josh was fantastic -  so helpful during the quote process talking us through options and what was needed. We really appreciated his friendly and professional manner. The standard of work and clean up etc was fantastic and we really appreciated Josh taking the time to talk through the job afterwards. Altogether an entirely positive experience and we would definitely recommend!
  
 
     Posted on Google  
   
   Jacinta Kilpatrick 
 13 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tyrone completed our job efficiently and professionally. He communicated what the issue was and how he fixed it simply and clearly for us. Would use again.
  
 
     Posted on Google  
   
   Hamish Williams 
 14 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I highly recommend TRG Plumbing! Lokani, Tyrone, and Josh did an outstanding job upgrading the stormwater pit and pipe system at our apartment complex. They were professional, hardworking, and efficient from start to finish.
  
 
     Posted on Google  
   
   Paul Crawford 
 19 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really happy with everything from TRG.
Great communication from start to finish!
Josh and Tyrone arrived on time and presented very professionally. Workmanship and attitudes are faultless! They are an absolute credit to the company.
Thanks again for the great work.
Cheers
  
 
     Posted on Google  
   
   Linda Suter 
 20 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. +0
We contacted TRG the night prior and received immediate contact. Their team was on-site within 36 hours and completed a very tricky job of installing a new Water heater in a tight loft space to replace one that was leaking and causing damage. They perform their duties with great professionalism and quality work, on time and to the exact quote they stated. I would use them again and encourage anyone else to use them also. Ian

Leaking Taps New Farm

Leaking Taps New Farm

Our New Farm Leaking Taps Services Include:

Request A Quote

NO MORE PROBLEMS

CALL US ANYTIME, DAY OR NIGHT

Dripping tap in your New Farm Queenslander, or a designer mixer weeping at the base in your riverfront apartment?

Jumper-Valve Taps in New Farm’s Queenslanders and Art Deco Flats

Designer Mixers in New Farm’s Modern and Riverfront Homes

Water Pressure and Tap Wear in New Farm

Leaking Taps New Farm FAQ

Services

Roofing & Guttering

Roofing & Guttering

New Builds

New Builds

Commercial Plumbing

Commercial Plumbing

Burst water pipes Maintenance

Burst water pipes Maintenance

Hot water installations & Repairs

Hot water installations & Repairs

Blocked Drains & CCTV

Blocked Drains & CCTV

Stormwater Drainage

Stormwater Drainage

Bathroom Renovations

Bathroom Renovations

Roof & Plumbing Inspections Before Purchase

Roof & Plumbing Inspections Before Purchase

Routine Home Inspection

Routine Home Inspection

Leaking Toilets

Leaking Toilets

Leaking Taps

Leaking Taps

What Our Customers Have To Say!

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